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As the holiday season approaches, Barrie businesses are hopeful the newly implemented sales tax break at the checkout will invigorate the local economy and possibly encourage more donations to charities. Some community members believe the tax break will inspire consumers to increase their spending

In an unprecedented move toward government efficiency, the Cato Institute has released a detailed report designed to assist the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), spearheaded by notable entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. This initiative aims to significantly

Connecticut's fiscal guardrails, introduced in 2017 as a series of budget controls, have been instrumental in stabilizing the state's finances. These measures, including caps on spending and borrowing as well as savings programs, have allowed the state to build robust reserves and address

Connecticut's current fiscal state is a topic of significant discussion as the 2024 legislative session approaches. Jeffrey Beckham, Gov. Ned Lamont's budget chief, has urged state lawmakers to exercise caution due to slowing economic growth, despite the state's relatively strong

In the past five years, healthcare-related organizations have increasingly dominated lobbying spending at the state Capitol. This article delves deeply into the significant rise in healthcare lobbying, examining common themes, overarching trends, and key viewpoints from various stakeholders

With the results of the November election ensuring both a Republican-controlled Congress and President-elect Donald Trump poised to return to the White House, the GOP is gearing up to implement an ambitious policy agenda within their first 100 days in office. Central to this plan is the extension